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backpacking

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "backpacking" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables
11 characters
English (US)
3syllables

backpacking

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

backpacking is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, backpacking is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofbackpacking

1verb
  • To hike and camp overnight in backcountry with one's gear carried in a backpack
  • To engage in low-cost, generally urban, travel with minimal luggage and frugal accommodations
  • To place or carry (an item or items) in a backpack
1noun
  • Hiking and camping overnight in backcountry with one's gear carried in a backpack.
  • Low-cost, generally urban, travel with minimal luggage and frugal accommodations.
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